MANILA, Philippines — As President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. prepares for his fifth address, public expectations remain firmly grounded in tangible results. According to the latest 2026 State of the Nation Address survey conducted by EON and market research firm Tangere, 48.3 percent of Filipinos prioritize concrete solutions to current national problems.
Specifically, the nationwide mobile poll surveyed 1,200 Filipino adults from July 7 to 10, 2026. Overall, the findings point to a central credibility challenge for the administration. Currently, nearly half of respondents (49.4 percent) distrust the government’s ability to address national issues. Meanwhile, 55.0 percent feel the government does not listen to ordinary citizens.
“The survey indicates a shift from promises to proof,” said Martin Xavier Peñaflor, Chief Executive Officer of Tangere. “Consequently, citizens are looking beyond accomplishment reports. For corporate leaders and policy decision-makers, understanding this demand for accountability is vital when navigating public expectations.”
What Filipinos Want to Hear and Priority Issues
Public Demands Immediate Action and Accountability
Rather than hearing about past accomplishments, respondents place immediate problem-solving at the top of their expectations.
- Solutions First: First, 48.3 percent want concrete solutions to present-day concerns.
- Anti-Corruption Focus: Furthermore, 35.6 percent demand anti-corruption measures and government reform.
- Accountability on Promises: Additionally, 34.7 percent want updates on previous commitments.
- Lowering Prices: Similarly, 32.8 percent prioritize a clear plan to reduce the cost of goods.
- Accomplishment Reports Ranked Lowest: In contrast, only 22.0 percent prioritize reports of administration accomplishments.
- Business Takeaway: Therefore, corporate stakeholders must mirror this focus on tangible progress by ensuring corporate messaging centers on verifiable results rather than forward-looking claims.
| Expectation for SONA 2026 | Share of Respondents (%) |
| Solutions to current national problems | 48.3% |
| Anti-corruption measures and reform | 35.6% |
| Updates on previous promises | 34.7% |
| A plan to lower prices | 32.8% |
| Honest discussion of problems | 27.2% |
| Plans for the coming year | 23.5% |
| Administration accomplishments | 22.0% |
Everyday Economic Pressures Drive Public Agenda
In addition to transparency, economic concerns dominate what citizens want addressed in this 2026 State of the Nation Address survey. Overall, 92.6 percent selected at least one economic concern among their top priorities.
- Top Concerns: Specifically, economy and inflation lead at 67.1 percent, followed by jobs and wages (56.2 percent), education (53.2 percent), agriculture (47.3 percent), and health (44.7 percent).
- Fulfillment Gap: Meanwhile, 46.0 percent believe commitments from previous addresses remain unfulfilled.
- Implementation Doubt: As a result, 40.8 percent doubt the government’s ability to execute new promises presented this year.
- Business Takeaway: Consequently, consumer sentiment remains closely tied to essential expenses. Brands operating in food, retail, and essential services must maintain value-driven pricing to align with budget-conscious households.
Survey Methodology
- Sample Size: 1,200 Filipino adults nationwide (Ages 18+).
- Fieldwork Dates: July 7–10, 2026.
- Margin of Error: ±2.96 percentage points at a 95 percent confidence level.
- Sampling Framework: Stratified random sampling (quota-based) covering NCR (12%), Northern Luzon (23%), Southern Luzon (22%), Visayas (20%), and Mindanao (23%) across socioeconomic classes ABC, D, and E.
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